FOUR pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School are in the final stages of the prestigious ABP Angus Youth Challenge, after a year of showcasing their skills, teamwork and commitment to sustainable agriculture. Mackenzie Wilson, Jenson Lindsay, Alfie Thompson and Conor Phair began their journey 12 months ago and have since reared five calves, visited Brussels […]
30 ‘livestock worrying’ incidents in Fermanagh region
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DOG owners have been reminded to keep their pets on a lead in rural areas. It follows the revelation of 30 ‘livestock worrying’ incidents being reported in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area last year. A council spokesperson urged dog owners to keep their pets under control at all times. “We remind all dog […]
New support measures for NI beef farmers
A NEW support scheme has been established by the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs as a “significant milestone” has been set for beef farmers throughout the North. The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs recently introduced its new Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) Scheme with the aim of helping to support the agricultural […]
Enniskillen mart goes online
LIFE on the farm goes on under lockdown with spring bringing the birth of lambs and calves as the cycle of another year begins. On Thursday last Enniskillen Ulster Farmers Mart held its first online sale. Over 200 buyers registered with thousands of bids recorded as the sale got underway. Commenting on the sale James […]